vouch

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How does the verb vouch contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of vouch are attest, certify, and witness. While all these words mean "to testify to the truth or genuineness of something," vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person.

willing to vouch for her integrity

When can attest be used instead of vouch?

While in some cases nearly identical to vouch, attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses.

attested to the authenticity of the document

When is it sensible to use certify instead of vouch?

The words certify and vouch are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal.

certified that the candidate had met all requirements

When would witness be a good substitute for vouch?

The words witness and vouch can be used in similar contexts, but witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness.

witnessed the signing of the will

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of vouch During that time, McMahon vouched to expand Pell Grant access for short-term workforce training programs. Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024 Chandhok, the prosecution’s star witness — who, like Caple, received immunity for his testimony — vouched earlier this week that Becker had leaked him the report. Grace Hase, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024 Porter continues to stand out Michael Porter Jr. showed up to training camp in excellent physical shape, teammates and coaches have vouched. Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024 For more best-sellers from Amazon, vouched by many avid gardeners themselves, keep reading below. Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for vouch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vouch
Verb
  • Hours earned during the pre-apprenticeship program can be transferred over to the apprenticeship program, Apprenticeship Coordinator Kimberly Moore said, adding that the program is certified by the state through the Office of Skills Development.
    Lena Miano, Arkansas Online, 20 May 2025
  • In Vietnam, 55 percent of the raw materials were certified with GRS or Recycled Claim Standard certification.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 19 May 2025
Verb
  • Its Multi-Sensor System, combining infrared detection, ultrasonic sensors, and an AI camera, ensures accurate navigation, while the real-time app control allows users to direct the cleaning process to specific areas.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 May 2025
  • Designed with functionality at the forefront, each pot comes equipped with drainage holes, which help prevent overwatering and ensure water doesn't accumulate at the bottom of the pot, reducing the risk of root rot while promoting healthy growth.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 16 May 2025
Verb
  • The announcements from the United States and China at Davos, followed by Europe’s response at the Paris AI Action Summit, attest to that.
    Sylvain Duranton, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
  • Even so, that dimmer wattage does little to dull a film that plays like cine-karaoke — and as any mic fiend can attest, the glory in those moments belongs not to the singer, but the song.
    Ben Croll, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.
    Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
  • The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.
    Pol Ballús, New York Times, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • If there’s rodent residue, don’t bother to clean it out, just install a new one or have a mechanic perform this task and insure that surrounding areas, including the blower motor and housing, are likewise cleaned out and disinfected as a precaution.
    Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
  • Unlike money market accounts, money market mutual funds are not federally insured.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 7 May 2025
Verb
  • In the final two episodes of Season 13, Meredith witnessed an explosion that caused a fire on an upper floor of the hospital from the parking lot.
    Max Gao, Variety, 16 May 2025
  • These experts have also witnessed couples grow stronger through the process.
    Melissa Willets, Parents, 16 May 2025
Verb
  • That would guarantee home field advantage for regional and super regional rounds for the team that leads college baseball with 32 home victories.
    Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 17 May 2025
  • The founding documents of the United States of America guarantee unalienable rights to the people.
    Moti Mizrahi, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2025
Verb
  • The reason the Justice Department and the FBI have procedures is to guaranty fairness, and not just fairness but also the appearance of fairness, so that people can have confidence in institution.
    Fox News, Fox News, 17 June 2018
  • Rodriguez said ViaGen cautions prospective clients that while the company can guaranty a clone that’s genetically identical to the parent, personalities are a complicated mix of nature and nurture.
    Mary Carole McCauley, baltimoresun.com, 2 May 2018

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“Vouch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vouch. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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